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DWY 276T

1979 Yamaha XS1100

Red Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,873 mi
Last recorded56,873 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS110032,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWY 276T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 56,873 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 56,350 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 55,301 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 99,245 miles

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 97,705 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 97,666 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 95,707 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 95,677 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 93,916 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 91,632 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS1100?

Based on 3,201 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
404
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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DWY 276T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100 in Red with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,822 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DWY 276T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DWY 276T registered?

DWY 276T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 12 June 1979.

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